The Table's Set, and Nature Saved You a Seat

We don’t live beside nature, we live within it. Humans, animals, and plants share our valley, and to keep our community thriving, we all need to be at the table. When we work together to conserve nature, everyone benefits.
We invite you to join us at nature’s table to celebrate a brighter, more resilient future where people, plants, and wildlife unite.

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Protecting the Land You Love

As the valley’s land trust, OVLC embraces our role in protecting and restoring the natural landscapes that make the Ojai Valley a special place to live, work, and play.

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Explore the Preserves

Whether you are seeking epic views, wonderful wetlands, the perfect birding spot, or a quiet respite from daily life, our preserves offer visitors plenty of opportunity to connect with nature and explore the real Ojai.

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Volunteer

Make an impact with a hands-on experience that nature will appreciate. Explore our volunteer opportunities!

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Restoring and reconnecting our river and creeks

OVLC has decades of experience in habitat restoration. By removing invasive plants (like Arundo) and planting native species, OVLC plans to restore our watershed and reconnect our community to our creeks and river.

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PLAN & PREPARE

Getting ready for an Ojai adventure? Use these links to stay safe and recreate responsibly on our trails.

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Rewild Ojai

Ojai is famous for its stunning native flora, and inviting that beauty into your landscaping comes with a host of benefits. Whether you are seeking drought tolerance, more pollinators, or habitat for wildlife, a native plant garden sows the seeds of climate resilience in your own backyard.

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Outfit your adventure

Gear up for the trail, the garden, or the brewery, and show your love and support for our Ojai wild spaces. We source from sustainable manufacturers and all proceeds benefit OVLC programs.

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